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I’ve been here be fore,
but al ways hit the floor.
I’ve (Dbmaj7)spent a life time run ning, and I (Csus)al ways get a way.
But with (Dbmaj7)you, I’m feel ing some thing that (Csus)makes me want to stay.
A Un pre pared for this;
I nev er shoot to miss.
But I (Dbmaj7)feel like a storm is com ing if I’m (Csus)gon na make it through the day.
And there’s (Dbmaj7)no more use in run ning; this is (Csus)some thing I’ve got ta face.
If (Eb)I (Ab)risk it all,
could (Eb)you (Ab)break our (C7)fall?
How do I (Fm)live?
How do I (Eb6/9)breathe?
When you’re not (Dbmaj7)here, I’m suf fo cat (Eb6/9)ing.
I wan na feel (Fm)love run through my (Eb6/9)blood.
Tell me, is (Dbmaj7)this where I give it all (Cm7)up?
For (Bbm7)you, I have to risk it (Cm7)all,
’cause the writ ing’s on the (Fm)wall.
A mil lion shards of glass
that haunt me from my past.
As the (Dbmaj7)stars be gin storm to gath er, and the (Csus)light na be it gins to fade, when all (Dbmaj7)hope be gins to shat ter, know that (Csus)I thing will be a fraid.
If (Eb)I (Ab)risk it all,
could (Eb)you (Ab)break our (C7)fall?
How do I (Fm)live?
How do I (Eb6/9)breathe?
When you’re not (Dbmaj7)here, I’m suf fo cat (Eb6/9)ing.
I wan na feel (Fm)love run through my (Eb6/9)blood.
Tell me, is (Dbmaj7)this where I give it all (Cm7)up?
For (Bbm7)you, I have to risk it (Cm7)all,
’cause the writ ing’s on the (Fm)wall.
(Fm)wall.
The writ ing’s on the (Fm)wall.
How do I (Fm)live?
How do I (Eb6/9)breathe?
When you’re not (Dbmaj7)here, I’m suf fo cat (Eb6/9)ing.
I wan na feel (Fm)love run through my (Eb6/9)blood.
Tell me, is (Dbmaj7)this where I give it all (Eb6/9)up?
How do I (Fm)live?
How do I (Eb6/9)breathe?
When you’re not (Dbmaj7)here, I’m suf fo cat (Eb6/9)ing.
I wan na feel (Fm)love run through my (Eb6/9)blood.
Tell me, is (Dbmaj7)this where I give it all (Cm7)up?
For (Bbm7)you, I have to risk it (Cm7)all,
(CN.C.)’cause the writ ing’s on the wall.
Writing's On The Wall — Simple Sheet Music
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"Writing's On The Wall" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of Bb, 120 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Writing's On The Wall”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Writing's On The Wall"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "Writing's On The Wall" by Sam Smith played in?
- Writing's On The Wall is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Writing's On The Wall"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Writing's On The Wall" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "Writing's On The Wall"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Writing's On The Wall"?
- "Writing's On The Wall" was originally performed by Sam Smith. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Writing's On The Wall"?
- This arrangement uses 11 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, Bbm7, C, C7, Cm7, Csus4, Dbmaj7, +3 more.
- What other songs by Sam Smith can I play here?
- Try "NO PEACE", "FIRE ON FIRE", "PRAY". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
- Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Writing's On The Wall". Key of Bb, 120 BPM.
- What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
- Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.
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